Updates

28 Nov 2025

Family warns others after crypto scam costs elderly man £3,000

A family in South Tyneside is urging others to stay alert after an elderly relative was tricked into transferring nearly £3,000 to a fraudulent cryptocurrency scheme.

27 Nov 2025

Virginia sets new limits on AI chatbots for minors

A renewed effort in Virginia seeks to manage chatbot behaviour in sensitive conversations and prevent AI-generated media from misleading voters or exploiting online audiences.

27 Nov 2025

G20 leaders seal landmark declaration in Johannesburg

A rare show of unity among world leaders in Johannesburg has set the stage for what could become one of the most consequential shifts in global cooperation in years.

27 Nov 2025

Australia strengthens parent support for new social media age rules

eSafety forms a national parent group to support Australia’s carers navigating social media restrictions for under-16s, offering evidence-based insights designed to strengthen digital literacy across communities.

27 Nov 2025

Ecuador and Latin America expand skills in ethical AI with UNESCO training

UNESCO is training officials in Ecuador and Latin America to apply ethical principles and strengthen regulatory frameworks for AI.

27 Nov 2025

Character AI blocks teen chat and introduces new interactive Stories feature

A new feature called ‘Stories’ from Character.AI allows users under 18 to create interactive fiction with their favourite characters. The move replaces open-ended chatbot access, which has been entirely restricted for minors amid concerns over mental health risks. Open-ended AI chatbots can initiate conversations at any time, raising worries about overuse and addiction among younger (See more)

27 Nov 2025

UAE strengthens digital transformation with Sharjah’s new integration committee

A new high-level committee will support Sharjah’s digital strategy by improving coordination, monitoring progress and aligning government bodies with national objectives.

27 Nov 2025

AI is accelerating the transition to clean energy

Through AI-driven research and collaboration, the energy sector can better forecast infrastructure needs and respond to climate-related challenges.

27 Nov 2025

Gemini 3 marks Google’s latest step in the AI competition

Search enters new phase as Google integrates Gemini 3.

27 Nov 2025

New alliance between Samsung and SK Telecom accelerates 6G innovation

The new agreement between Samsung and SK Telecom drives major progress in AI-powered 6G technologies, aiming to improve signal accuracy and support future hyperconnected networks.